Data Scientist

Our client is looking for an experienced Data Analyst to join their Team

Duties and responsibilities:

• Developing methods, algorithms, numerical models and techniques for radio interferometric data processing
• Evaluating the results of investigations and experiments and expressing conclusions
• Designing and developing software, operational procedures and documentation by applying the techniques in practice
• Preparing scientific papers and reports
• Maintaining scientific software and/or HPC environments
• Teaching the theory and practice of radio interferometry at different educational levels.
• Mentoring and training of junior staff members, graduate student supervision
• Participating in scientific and technical working groups

REQUIRED MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BHon/MSc/PhD in astronomy, physics, mathematics, applied mathematics, computer science, or related field
• Five years experience working in a research and/or High Performance Computing(HPC) environment if Honours degree
• Three years Experience working in a research and/or HPC environment if Masters degree
• Understanding of radio interferometric theory and practice, signal processing, optimization theory, applied mathematics, Bayesian statistics and inference techniques
• Desirable: HPC environments and Linux system administration
• Linux operating system
• Programming in Python and/or other modern language

Should you meet the above requirements, please upload your CV to our website [CVS VIA EMAIL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED]

All suitably qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Our client applies the principles of employment equity as per National legislation and policy guidelines and will consider designated groups in line with these requirements.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to go through background screening and assessments.